Project Engineer

South Bay Construction; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in California is seeking a Project Engineer to assist in the planning and execution of construction projects. You will manage submittals, maintain logs and budgets, and ensure smooth project delivery. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in construction management. This role offers full-time hours with a Monday to Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of basic construction materials and methods.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in bidder selection and scope of work qualification.
• Lead the document control process using PlanGrid and SharePoint.
• Perform Quality Control tasks for installed materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Client service skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Office 365 Suite

MS Project

BlueBeam

GreenHalo

Autodesk Build

Job description

Overview

Project Engineers assist the Project Manager and Superintendent with the planning and daily execution of construction projects. The Engineer is the link between management, field activities, accounting, and project administration. They also lead the management of the submittal process and approvals, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, maintaining logs, schedules, budgets, and overall facilitate a well-managed project. Successful candidates are easygoing, team-players, with strong communication, project management and client service skills.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Assist in bidder selection and scope of work qualification for Client RFP’s and new projects.
• Assist in subcontractor assignment for projects.
• Perform some project management responsibilities (with PM oversight), such as: write and administer subcontracts/exhibits; draft cost change requests, lead meetings & job walks, Q.C. coordination, etc.
• Assist with aspects of the procurement process for assigned projects.
• Participate in OAC meetings and prepare timely and accurate meeting minutes.
• Estimate change orders and request pricing for potential changes or cost impacting RFI’s and Submittals.
• Lead the document control process: Distribute plans, specifications, drawings, permits, etc. to appropriate parties and maintain the drawing revisions using PlanGrid and SharePoint applications.
• Evaluate, prepare, and distribute appropriate RFI’s. Gather, prepare, review, and distribute submittals. Maintain accurate logs/records of the activities associated with these processes.
• Perform Quality Control tasks for installed materials or systems.
• Assist site Superintendent to resolve unforeseen challenges in the field.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the project team, the client, owner’s representative, design team, subcontractors, and others.
• Support the Superintendent in managing and updating the Project Schedule with confirmed lead-times of materials.
• Manage the punch-list and close-out process; including warranty, O&M, and as-built documentation collection completed by the Project Coordinator.
• Always promote the highest level of professionalism and ethics
• Promote safety policies and procedures and assist in those practices as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Prior experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of basic construction materials and methods.
• Basic understanding of the technical and business aspects of construction project management.
• Understanding of the building permit approval process.
• Ability to learn and master required technology and software applications, including the MS Office 365 Suite, MS Project; as well as BlueBeam, GreenHalo, Autodesk Build, etc.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Job Type

• Full-time

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• Construction management: 3 years (Required)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Construction